ALAN B SHEPARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Alan B Shepard Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bourbonnais SD 53 school district, located in Bourbonnais, IL with about 619 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Alan B Shepard Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Alan B. Shepard Elementary School, located in Bourbonnais, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Bourbonnais Elementary School District 53. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for its students, typically focusing on the primary grades. It emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that prioritizes core academic subjects—such as literacy, mathematics, and science—while also integrating social-emotional learning to ensure that students develop both intellectually and personally during their formative years.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Bourbonnais community, maintaining a focus on building strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. Through various extracurricular activities, collaborative classroom projects, and a commitment to inclusive teaching practices, Alan B. Shepard Elementary aims to cultivate a sense of belonging and academic curiosity. By preparing students with the essential skills needed for middle school, the institution plays a critical role in the long-term educational success of children in the surrounding area.

For more information, contact Alan B Shepard Elem School at (815) 929-4600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.